BodyB1736

Caution

Severity: Caution - get it checked when you can

Middle right side airbag module short to ground

12 brands affected · Description from BYD data.

Key terms: Control module: a small computer that runs one part of the car

Safety: This code relates to the airbag or seat-belt restraint system. An airbag may not deploy in a crash.

1What it means in plain English

A body system has a fault. Depending on the make, this range can include airbags and seat belts, windows, locks and climate control, and also charging, brake, oil or coolant sensors.

2Common causes

Wiring or connector fault
Faulty sensor or switch
Water or corrosion in a connector
Control module fault
Low battery voltage

3Can I drive?

Caution · drive with care

The airbag may not deploy in a crash. Have it checked by a qualified technician; do not work on airbag wiring yourself.

This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.

4Brand data 12

Brand	Code	Description	System
Mercedes-Benz	B1736	No description available	Body
BYD	B1736	Middle right side airbag module short to ground Brand	Body
Daewoo	B1736	No description available	Body
DFFS	B1736	Left rear door access lock sensor fault Brand	Body
GM	B1736	No description available	Body
Holden	B1736	No description available	Body
Hyundai	B1736	No description available	Body
Opel	B1736	No description available	Body
Peugeot	B1736	No description available	Body
Saab	B1736	No description available	Body
MG (SAIC)	B1736	ESCL reporting internal Fault Brand	Body
Sprinter	B1736	No description available	Body

Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.

5Extended variant codes 2

These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of B1736 and may be reported by some scan tools.

Brand	Code	Description	System
Hyundai	B173600	The SRSCM sets DTC if there is short to ground in Front Anchor Pretensioner - Passenger harness.※ SRSCM sends current for certain amount of time to monitor fault in airbag circuit Brand	Body
SsangYong	B173600	Passenger anchor PT resistance circuit short to ground Brand	Body

6Related codes

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